The deal would help avoid duplication and less fragmentation of the full-service market.

The alliance with Fiat could help Tata get technologies and designs for new models in future. It's a win-win deal for both.

Firms like Toyota, Honda and GM have to quickly firm up plans for their small cars, or they're going to fall behind even more.

Some of the momentum we've seen in mid-size, particularly in the B+ category, may now shift to compacts.

My expectation is that car sales should be at least in the lower double- digits. The excise duty is a big positive factor.

You need a product that specifically works in Indian conditions ... you can't just launch something you have in other markets.